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- Pope Leo XIV convened an extraordinary consistory in Vatican City on January 7-8, 2026, with 170 cardinals to prioritize the church's mission and synodality.
- The move contrasts with Pope Francis' approach and signals Leo's aim for greater collaboration among cardinals.
- Discussions favored themes from Evangelii Gaudium, sidelining liturgical topics and disappointing traditionalists.
- Leo emphasized unity and dialogue, asking cardinals to engage deeply with one another and signaling inclusive leadership.
